Maximizing Post Surgical Outcomes in Cancer Rehabilitation

Course overview

Axillary Web Syndrome (AWS), post-surgical swelling, lymphedema, fatigue, pain, and decreased strength and conditioning are possible side effects of cancer surgery. A multidisciplinary cancer rehabilitation program helps minimize the adverse effects of surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation and works toward rebuilding the body. Learn a synergistic, progressive approach, combining manual therapy, self-care instruction, and exercises for post-surgical rehabilitation of the breast cancer patient. This is an intermediate level course applicable for PT, PTA, OT, AT. Physical Therapy Accreditation: For specific state information, use the accreditation verification menu and select your state of license. AOTA: provider #4487, Occupational therapy professional development activity: Occupational Therapy Service Delivery, evaluation and intervention, and Foundation Knowledge: human body, development, and behavior. Athletic Trainers: BOC provider #P2047, category A. This course has not been submitted for Evidence-Based BOC approval.